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Mexico to Senegal visa requirements

Yes. A Mexican ordinary passport holder needs a visa to enter Senegal for tourism. Mexico is NOT on Senegal's visa-exemption list and is not eligible for visa-on-arrival, so the tourist visa must be obtained in advance at a Senegalese embassy or consulate before travelling. As of mid-2026, Senegal requires Mexican ordinary passport holders to obtain a tourist visa in advance. Senegal waives short-stay visas for roughly 60 countries (all ECOWAS and EU states plus a defined list including Brazil, Canada, Japan, the UK and the USA), but Mexico is explicitly not among them. The Wikipedia visa policy of Senegal lists Mexico among countries that must apply for a tourist visa at a Senegalese diplomatic mission. Senegal's visa-on-arrival is limited to specific eligible nationalities at Dakar's Blaise Diagne International Airport and is not available to Mexicans, and the former Senegal eVisa portal has remained suspended for years. Mexican travellers should therefore apply through a Senegalese embassy/consulate (or an accredited mission with jurisdiction over Mexico) ahead of the trip. The single-entry short-stay visa typically permits stays of up to 90 days, costs about EUR 50, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry. Senegal is in West Africa and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist visa (obtained in advance at a Senegalese diplomatic mission)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry available on request)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. EUR 50 (consular fee; varies by mission)
consular fee only
Processing time
3-14 working days
standard track
Validity
Typically up to 3 months from issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
Mexican ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt for Senegal and cannot use visa-on-arrival, so a visa must be secured before departure.
· Visa required· Apply in advance
/02
Locate the right Senegalese mission
Identify the Senegalese embassy/consulate accredited to Mexico (Senegal's mission in the USA or a regional embassy may hold jurisdiction). Confirm the submission method and document checklist directly with them.
· Embassy/consulate· Check jurisdiction
/03
Gather required documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay, application form, passport photos, round-trip ticket, hotel/accommodation proof and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· Passport 6 months· Yellow fever cert
/04
Submit application and pay the fee
Lodge the application at the mission (or by post where allowed) and pay the consular fee of about EUR 50. Keep the payment receipt.
· EUR 50· Keep receipt
/05
Wait for processing
Allow roughly 3-14 working days. Apply 1-2 months before travel to absorb delays.
· 3-14 working days· Apply early
/06
Collect the visa and travel
Retrieve the passport with the visa, verify the validity dates and entry count, and carry your yellow fever certificate and supporting documents for the airport border check at Dakar.
· Check dates· Carry documents
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Mexico -> Senegal · Tourist visa (obtained in advance at a Senegalese diplomatic mission)
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RequiredMexican passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page for the visa
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Senegal visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredRecent passport-size photographs
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip / onward airline ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host letter)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredVisa consular fee (approx. EUR 50)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Visa policy of Senegal - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa consular feeEUR 50Standard short-stay tourist visa; exact amount varies by mission
Yellow fever vaccinationMXN 1,000-2,500Approximate clinic cost in Mexico; certificate mandatory for entry
Service / courier feeEUR 0-40Only if using a visa agency or postal return service
Total estimateEUR 50EUR 90 plus vaccinationincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa agency / courier service
Varies
Third-party agencies can lodge and return the passport but add cost and are not an official channel.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Mexico not on Senegal's visa-exemption list
Senegal waives visas for ECOWAS, EU and a defined set of countries; Mexico is not included and appears on the advance-visa list.
High
/02
Visa-on-arrival not available to Mexicans
Senegal's airport visa-on-arrival is limited to specific eligible nationalities and does not cover Mexican passport holders.
High
/03
eVisa portal suspended
Senegal's former electronic visa system has remained suspended, leaving embassy/consulate application as the route.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever requirement
Travellers must present a yellow fever vaccination certificate, an additional pre-travel step.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Mexico to Senegal route verified
Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy of Senegal and travel references that Mexican ordinary passport holders require a tourist visa obtained in advance; not visa-exempt and not eligible for visa-on-arrival.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Mexican get a visa on arrival in Senegal?
No. Senegal's visa-on-arrival at Dakar airport is limited to specific eligible nationalities, and Mexico is not one of them. Mexicans must obtain the visa in advance.
Is there a Senegal eVisa for Mexican citizens?+
How much does the Senegal tourist visa cost?+
How long can I stay in Senegal on a tourist visa?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Is Senegal in the Schengen area?+
/11 — Passport tools

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